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  • CA: Good odds? Indian gambling strategy no sure bet for governor

    06/16/2004 9:36:46 PM PDT · by NormsRevenge · 3 replies · 209+ views
    Bakersfield Californian ^ | 6/16/04 | Michael R. Blood and Chris T. Nguyen - AP
    LOS ANGELES (AP) - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's plan to win the state a cut of Indian gambling profits while sidetracking two gambling initiatives on the November ballot is far from a safe bet, analysts said Wednesday. Looking to ease a budget crisis, the governor has argued since last year's recall campaign that casinos run by more than 50 California tribes don't pay their fair share. The governor announced Tuesday he is close to inking a deal with five tribes that would give the state more than $1 billion for his new budget and smaller amounts in later years. But leaders...